E-bike size guide
Find the e-bike that fits you. Slide to your height, pick how you'll ride, and we'll show you which of our bikes suit you.
Step 1
Your fit
Then check your inside leg: stand over the bike with both feet flat. You want a few centimetres of space between you and the frame.
Size chart
E-bike size chart by height
| Your height | Frame size | Wheel sizes that suit |
|---|---|---|
| 145 to 158 cm4 ft 9 to 5 ft 2 | Extra small13 to 14 inch | 20 inch fat tyre, step-through and cargo, 16 inch folding |
| 159 to 168 cm5 ft 3 to 5 ft 6 | Small15 to 16 inch | 20 inch and 26 inch, 27.5 inch from about 165 cm |
| 169 to 178 cm5 ft 7 to 5 ft 10 | Medium17 to 18 inch | 20, 26 and 27.5 inch, 29 inch from about 175 cm |
| 179 to 185 cm5 ft 10 to 6 ft 1 | Large19 to 20 inch | 27.5 and 29 inch, 20 inch fat tyre |
| 186 cm and up6 ft 1 and up | Extra large21 to 22 inch | 29 inch |
Based on the standard frame size charts used across the bike industry. Most e-bikes come in one frame size, so the wheel size and frame style matter most.
Step 2
Bikes that fit you
Fit ranges are a general guide based on wheel size and frame style, unless the maker gives its own range. Everyone's legs and arms are a bit different, so a test ride is the best check.
How to pick the right e-bike size
The right size e-bike feels steady at the lights, comfy on a long ride and easy to get on and off. Getting it wrong means sore knees, a stretched back or a bike you don't feel safe on. Here's the simple way we size riders in our Tuggerah shop.
1. Start with your height
Your height is the quickest guide to wheel size and frame size. Use the size guide above, then narrow it down with the two checks below.
2. Check you can stand over the bike
Stand over the frame with both feet flat. You want a little space between you and the top tube. If you're between sizes, or you're shorter in the leg, a step-through or low step frame makes stopping and starting much easier.
3. Pick the frame style for how you ride
- Step-through: no top bar, so you just step in. Great for shorter riders, skirts and dresses, and anyone with stiff hips or knees.
- Step-over: a classic frame that's stiffer and sportier. Good for trails and taller riders.
- Fat tyre with a bench seat: a low, comfy seat and wide 20 inch tyres. Easy to handle on sand and gravel along the coast.
- Cargo: a long back end for kids or shopping, with a low step and a seat that adjusts fast so the whole family can share it.
E-bike wheel sizes at a glance
| Wheel size | Usually suits | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| 16 inch folding | Most riders, with an adjustable seat and bars | Small spaces, cars, caravans, boats |
| 20 inch fat tyre | About 160 to 190 cm | Beach paths, gravel, comfort |
| 20 inch step-through and cargo | About 150 to 190 cm | School runs, shopping, easy on and off |
| 26 inch step-through | About 150 to 182 cm | Commuting and cruising |
| 27.5 inch | About 158 to 178 cm | All-round riding and trails |
| 29 inch | About 175 cm and up | Taller riders, longer rides, rougher tracks |
These ranges are a general guide. Where a maker gives its own fit range, we show it on the bike in the size guide above.
Try it before you buy on the Central Coast
The best size check is a test ride. Come and see us at Unit 14/12 Reliance Drive, Tuggerah. We're an easy drive from Wyong, Gosford, The Entrance, Terrigal, Erina, Toukley and Woy Woy. We'll set the seat and bars to suit you, and every bike we sell is set up and checked in our own workshop before you ride away.
Book a test ride or call us on 1300 356 595.
Size questions
What size e-bike do I need for my height?
As a rough guide, riders under about 160 cm suit 20 inch fat tyre, 26 inch step-through or cargo bikes. Riders from about 160 to 175 cm suit most bikes, including 27.5 inch wheels. Riders over about 175 cm usually suit 29 inch wheels best. Use the size guide above to see which of our bikes fit you.
Is a 27.5 or 29 inch e-bike better for me?
Mamba recommends its 29 inch wheels for riders 175 cm and up. Below that, the 27.5 inch version is usually easier to handle and lets you put your feet down more easily.
Are fat tyre e-bikes good for shorter riders?
Yes. Fat tyre e-bikes like the Mamba Sahara have 20 inch wheels and a low bench seat, so they sit lower than most bikes. Mamba lists the Sahara V2 for riders from 160 to 190 cm.
What is a step-through e-bike?
A step-through e-bike has no high top bar, so you step into the frame instead of swinging a leg over. It's great for shorter riders and anyone with stiff hips or knees.
Can I test ride an e-bike before I buy?
Yes. Book a test ride at our shop at Unit 14/12 Reliance Drive, Tuggerah, on the Central Coast. Call 1300 356 595 or use our contact page.